The Pajama Game (Musical) Plot & Characters | StageAgent Overview Synopsis Romance is blossoming at the Sleep-Tite Pajama Factory in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Handsome new Superintendent Sid Sorokin falls hard for feisty Union rep “Babe” Williams, and, despite her dismissal of all things love-related, it seems she’s falling right back. That is, until Sleep-Tite employees are refused a seven-and-a-half cent raise, and the pair find themselves on either side of the union protest that results. Based on Richard Bissel’s novel, 7 ½ cents, Adler and Ross’ Pajama Game portrays the ups and downs of romance, with the added heat of politics making the temperature extra hot. Babe and Sid must figure out how to love when the principles they value most are tearing them apart. First staged in 1954, The Pajama Game won three Tony awards, including best musical, and won another Tony for Best Revival in 2006, a testament to the fact that love, music, and politics are as hot as they ever were.

The Pajama Game features hit songs including “Hey There,” “Hernando’s Hideaway” and “Steam Heat” which have also become pop standards that climbed as high as number one in the US charts. Characters The Pajama Game - 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle, WA - Tickets, information, reviews 5TH AVENUE THEATRE 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 The Pajama Game February 9 - March 5, 2017 The unmissable Broadway musical comedy comes to Seattle for the first time ever Why See The Pajama Game? Love is anything but a game! First performed in 1954, The Pajama Game takes a sideways glance at the labor concerns of American factory workers. This 5th Avenue Theatre revival is directed by Bill Berry.

One of theater's brightest and breeziest musicals, The Pajama Game is stuffed with slapstick humor and a finger-clicking jazzy score, winning three Tony Awards including Best Choreography and Best Musical.Among the best known numbers are Once-A-Year-Day and the sultry Steam Heat, which was the first ever Broadway number choreographed by the legendary Bob Fosse. What is it about? Love is in the air at the Sleep-Tite pajama factory. A handsome new superintendent, Sid Sorokin has all the ladies swooning, but he's just got eyes for one - union rep Babe Williams. Babe shuns his advances though, afraid that embarking on a romance can only lead to trouble. And so her concerns prove right, when the leader of the union Prez calls a strike demanding a pay rise from the firm's steadfast boss Mr. Hasler. Will Sid and Babe's love be able to bridge the divide of seven and a half cents? Sid and Babe aren't the only ones with troubles of the heart.

Hines, the pedantic factory time-keeper, is jealously possessive of Hasler's secretary Gladys, who in turn is being courted by Prez, who himself has a secret admirer who just can't get his attention. The Sleep-Tite factory and local night club Hernando's Hideaway both play host to this outrageously tangled web of love and lust! Additional Information The Pajama Game - Chicago | Tickets, Reviews, Info and More The Pajama Game Hi, I was on TheaterMania.com and thought you might be interested in seeing this. Cancel Send Email WHAT IS IT ABOUT? A strike seems immenent for the workers of the Sleep-Tite Pajama Factory in Cedar Rapids, Iowa as the local labor union is up in arms demanding higher wages. But more than labor relations is brewing in this sleepy Midwestern town. When the new superintendent at the factory, Sid Sorokin, comes head to head with the leader of the union grievance committee, Babe Williams, sparks of romance fly. Can new love find its way on the battlefield of labor negotiations? Will a seven and a half cent raise forever come betwen Sid and Babe?

Set in the 1950s, The Pajama Game is a non-stop romp brimming with a classic musical score by Richard Adler and Jerry Ross and a book by George Abbott and Richard Bissell. Visit the The Pajama Game website: Participating Schools - Des Moines Performing Arts Des Moines Performing Arts Participating Schools PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS AND PRODUCTIONS Des Moines Performing Arts invites you to attend a production participating in the Iowa High School Musical Theater Awards. Production titles, dates, and times are subject to change without notice. 2016-2017 PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS AND PRODUCTIONS Listed Alphabetically Abraham Lincoln High School, Des Moines Title to be announced April 28, 27 & 29 | 7 PM Show description not available at this time. Adel DeSoto Minburn High School ONCE UPON A MATTRESS November 11 & 12 | 7 PM November 13 | 2 PM If you thought you knew the story of The Princess and The Pea, you may be in for a walloping surprise!

King Sextimus is unable to speak and his terror of a wife, Queen Aggravian, has taken over control of the kingdom. In an attempt to keep Prince Dauntless single, the Queen decrees that only the princess who can pass her test may marry her son. Chances are you'll never look at fairy tales quite the same way again. Algona High School March 31 & April 1 | 7 PM Show description not available at this time. Ankeny Centennial High School, Ankeny Title to be announced April 7 & 8 | 7:30 PM April 9 | 2 PM Show description not available at this time. Ankeny High School, Ankeny April 6, 7 & 8 | 7:30 PM April 9 | 2 PM Show description not available at this time. Atlantic High School, Atlantic March 10 & 11 | 7:30 PM March 12 | 2:30 PM Show description not available at this time.

BCLUW High School, Conrad November 11 & 12 | 7:30 PM November 13 | 2 PM Put in a convent for protective custody after witnessing a murder, Deloris Van Cartier dances and sings her way into the hearts of her new community despite the rigid lifestyle of Mother Superior. What happens when Deloris’ cover is blown and the criminals are faced with her newfound sisterhood? Filled with gospel music and disco fun, this musical will have you dancing in your seat! Bishop Garrigan High School, Algona DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST November 11 & 12 | 7 PM Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, meets the Beast, a handsome young prince trapped under a spell as a hideous beast. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved in return, the curse will be broken. Time is running out, however, and if the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. This "tale as old as time" is based on the 1991 Disney animated feature.

Bondurant-Farrar High School, Bondurant HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING April 21 | 7 PM April 22 | 1 PM A satire of big business and all it holds sacred, this musical follows the rise of J. Pierrepont Finch, who uses a little handbook called "How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying" to climb the corporate ladder from lowly window washer to high-powered executive, tackling such familiar but potent dangers as the aggressively compliant "company man," the office party, backstabbing co-workers, caffeine addiction and, of course, true love. Boone High School, Boone WIZARD OF OZ November 4 & 5 | 7 PM After a tornado whisks away a young Kansas farm girl, Dorothy, to the magical land of OZ, she starts her quest to find the mighty Wizard of Oz who has the power to send her home. Along the way she meets a Scarecrow, a Tin Woodsman and a Cowardly Lion who help her on her journey.

Calamus-Wheatland High School, Wheatland WIZARD OF OZ November 4 & 5 | 7 PM After a tornado whisks away a young Kansas farm girl, Dorothy, to the magical land of OZ, she starts her quest to find the mighty Wizard of Oz who has the power to send her home. Along the way she meets a Scarecrow, a Tin Woodsman and a Cowardly Lion who help her on her journey. Carlisle High School, Carlisle CINDERELLA November 10, 11, & 12| 7 PM This contemporary take on the timeless classic brings to life all the magic and romance of a girl who goes from rags to riches. Journey with Cinderella and Prince Charming as they discover if the shoe really fits! Centerville High School, Centerville YOU’RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN November 4 & 5 | 7:30 PM A day in the life of Charlie Brown has many ups downs, but the constant seems to be his friends (both human and non-human). From the uncertain morning, the disappointing afternoon, to the hopeful evening, discover what it really means to be a friend.

City High School, Iowa City GUYS AND DOLLS April 28 & 29 | 7:30 PM April 29 & 30 | 2 PM Nathan Detroit, the organizer of the oldest permanent floating crap game in New York, bets Sky Masterson that he can't make the next girl he sees fall in love with him — which turns out to be Miss Sarah Brown of the Save-a-Soul Mission. Meanwhile, Nathan's cold-suffering fiancé and the main attraction at the Hot Box nightclub — Miss Adelaide — just wants to get married. In the end the gamblers and "spunky do-gooders" are thrown together. Clarke Community High School, Osceola FOOTLOOSE November 11 & 12 | 7:30 PM When Ren McCormack moves to a small town where the local government has banned dancing and rock music, he leads his classmates around the law and Reverend Shaw Moore to have a real senior prom. Clear Lake High School, Clear Lake MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS November 2 | 9 AM November 4 & 5 | 7 PM November 6| 2 PM Set in 1904 during the St.

Louis World’s Fair, this is the story of a happy family as they anticipate a one-of-a-kind event. In this musical, we see how this unique family’s love and respect for each other is brought about in humor and heartwarming scenes which culminate in a dazzling experience at the World’s Fair. Clinton High School, Clinton March 3 & 4 | 7 PM March 5 | 2 PM Show description not available at this time. Creston High School, Creston November 11 & 12 | 7 PM November 13| 2 PM Bye Bye Birdie is a satire crafted with the fondest affection telling the story of a rock and roll singer who is about to be inducted into the army. This is the tops in imagination and good old-fashioned fun. Davenport North High School, Davenport IN THE HEIGHTS March 31 & April 1 | 7 PM April | 2 PM On the brink of change, a community in the Washington Heights neighborhood of New York City struggles with many questions and social pressures. Through the rhythms of tradition, this story comes alive with vibrancy and tells the story of one community’s hopes and dreams.

Dallas Center-Grimes High School, Grimes BYE, BYE, BIRDIE November 10, 11, & 12 | 7 PM Bye Bye Birdie is a satire crafted with the fondest affection telling the story of a rock and roll singer who is about to be inducted into the army. This is the tops in imagination and good old-fashioned fun. Des Moines Christian School, Urbandale CHARLOTTE’S WEB April 27, 28 | 6:30 PM April 29 | 5:30 PM April 29 | 1 PM This musical features all of the charming and unforgettable characters from the classic children’s book by E.B. White. Join Wilbur, Charlotte and all their farmyard friends as they learn about friendship and growing up down on the farm. Dowling Catholic High School, West Des Moines Title to be announced April 27, 28 & 29 | 7:30 PM April 29 | 2 PM Show description not available at this time.

Dubuque Senior High School, Dubuque LES MISERABLES: SCHOOL EDITION November 3, 4, & 5 | 7 PM November 6 | 2 PM In 19th century France, Jean Valjean is released from years of unjust imprisonment. He breaks his parole in hopes of starting a new life, initiating a life-long struggle for redemption as he is relentlessly pursued by police inspector Javert. Finally, during the Paris student uprising of 1832, Javert must confront his ideals after Valjean spares his life and saves that of the student revolutionary who has captured the heart of Valjean's adopted daughter. Earlham High School, Earlham November 5 | 7 PM November 6 | 2 PM The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust containing Whos, including Jojo — a Who child sent off to military school for thinking too many "thinks." Horton faces a double challenge — not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg, left to his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird.

East High School, Des Moines HAIRSPRAY November 10, 11, & 12 | 7 PM November 12 | 2:30 PM In 1962 Baltimore, the lovable plus-size teen Tracy Turnblad lands her dream role – to be a member of the council on The Corny Collins Show. With her new found fame and driven, upbeat attitude, Tracy faces social issues of the day and is determined to make a change. Emmetsburg High School, Emmetsburg November 3 & 4| 7:30 PM November 5 | 2 PM The rivalry between the local farmers and cowboys provides the colorful background against which Curly, a handsome cowboy, and Laurey, a winsome farm girl, play out their love story. However, the road to true love never runs smooth with these two headstrong romantics holding the reins. We know they will succeed in making a new life together, and the fact that this new life will begin in a brand-new state provides the ultimate climax to the triumphant Oklahoma!

Fort Dodge Senior High School, Fort Dodge Title to be announced April 26, 27, 28, & 29 | 7 PM Show description not available at this time. Forest City High School, Forest City ANNIE November 3, 4, & 5 | 7 PM Annie dreams of finding her parents, so she escapes Miss Hannigan’s orphanage one cold December morning to do just that. Just when Annie thinks her luck has run out, billionaire Oliver Warbucks invites Annie over for Christmas dinner and her luck is forever changed. George Washington High School, Cedar Rapids GREASE November 10, 11, & 12| 7:30 PM Danny and Sandy fall for each other during a carefree summer fling. But when the 1959-1960 school year begins, Danny is torn between his feelings for good-girl Sandy, and his “image” with the hot-rodding T-Birds and the gum-snapping Pink Ladies. Grand View Christian School, Des Moines Title to be announced April 27, 28 & 29 | 7 PM Show description not available at this time.

Hoover High School, Des Moines SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN November 10, 11, & 12 | 7 PM It’s 1927 – the era of silent movies, glamorous starlets and leading men. On the big screen Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont are a hot item but behind the scenes is a whole different story. Lina, in love with Don, worries that “talking pictures” might be the end of her career while meanwhile Don falls in love with Kathy, Lina’s voiceover woman. Hilarity and song ensues in this musical based on the famous 1952 film starring Gene Kelly. Hudson High School, Hudson HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING November 4 & 5 | 7 PM A satire of big business and all it holds sacred, this musical follows the rise of J.

Pierrepont Finch, who uses a little handbook called "How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying" to climb the corporate ladder from lowly window washer to high-powered executive, tackling such familiar but potent dangers as the aggressively compliant "company man," the office party, backstabbing co-workers, caffeine addiction and, of course, true love. Indianola High School, Indianola GREASE April 27, 28, 29 | 7 PM Danny and Sandy fall for each other during a carefree summer fling. But when the 1959-1960 school year begins, Danny is torn between his feelings for good-girl Sandy, and his “image” with the hot-rodding T-Birds and the gum-snapping Pink Ladies. John F. Kennedy High School Title to be announced April 20, 21, & 22 | 7 PM April 22 | 2 PM Show description not available at this time. Johnston High School, Johnston April 21 & 22 | 7 PM April 23 | 2 PM Show description not available at this time.

Knoxville High School, Knoxville March 3 & 4 | 7 PM March 5 | 2 PM Show description not available at this time. Le Mars High School, Le Mars LITTLE MARY SUNSHINE November 10, 11, & 12 | 7 PM Little Mary Sunshine is a musical that parodies old-fashioned operettas and musicals. Set in the early 20th century this musical tells the story of Little Mary Sunshine whose Colorado Inn is on the brink of foreclosure. Linn-Mar High School, Marion April 27, 28 & 29 | 7 PM Show description not available at this time Montezuma Community School District, Montezuma DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID November 5 & 12 | 7 PM November 6 & 13 | 3 PM Mermaid Ariel’s biggest wish in life is to trade her fins for feet so that she can fall in love with Prince Eric. Unfortunately her Father, King Triton, forbids this wish. Going against her Father’s orders, Ariel trades her beautiful voice for legs to the evil sea witch Ursula, but the bargain is not what it seems.

Ariel will need the help from her underwater friends if she is to restore order under the sea. Mount Vernon High School, Mount Vernon Title to be announced April 22, 28 & 29 | 7 PM April 23 | 2 PM Show description not available at this time. Nevada High School, Nevada March 3 & 4 | 7 PM March 5 | 1:30 PM "Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek…" And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude, and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you've got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there's one on hand...and his name is Shrek. Newton Senior High School, Newton DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST March 3 & 4 | 7 PM Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, meets the Beast, a handsome young prince trapped under a spell as a hideous beast.

If the Beast can learn to love and be loved in return, the curse will be broken. Time is running out, however, and if the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. This "tale as old as time" is based on the 1991 Disney animated feature. North Polk High School, Alleman 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE November 11 & 12 | 7 PM Six young people in the throes of puberty, overseen by grown-ups who barely managed to escape childhood themselves, learn that winning isn't everything and that losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. Osage High School, Osage SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS November 4 & 5 | 7 PM November 6 | 3 PM Set in Oregon in 1850, Seven Brides For Seven Brothers tells the story of Millie, a young bride living in the 1850's Oregon wilderness.

Her plan to civilize and marry off her six rowdy brothers-in-law to ensure the success of her own marriage backfires when the brothers, in their enthusiasm, kidnap six women from a neighboring town to be their brides. Pella Christian High School, Pella PETER PAN October 26, 27, & 29 | 7 PM When Peter Pan and mischievous fairy Tinkerbell visit the nursery of the Darling children late one night, a magical journey to Neverland begins. Fight Captain Hook with Peter and his friends as they fly to new heights in a timeless tale about growing up. Perry High School, Perry April 7 & 8 | 7 PM April 8 | 1 PM Show description not available at this time. Pleasant Valley High School, Bettendorf SWEENEY TODD THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET November 3 & 5 | 7 PM November 6 | 2 PM In this infamous tale, Sweeney Todd — an unjustly exiled barber in nineteenth century London —seeks vengeance against the judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. This quest leads him to collaborate with the resourceful Mrs.

Lovett, who integrates a special ingredient into her meat pies. Pleasantville High School, Pleasantville YOU’RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN November 4 & 5 | 7 PM November 6 | 2 PM A day in the life of Charlie Brown has many ups downs, but the constant seems to be his friends (both human and non-human). From the uncertain morning, the disappointing afternoon, to the hopeful evening, discover what it really means to be a friend. Roosevelt High School, Des Moines Title to be announced April 20, 21, & 22 | 7 PM April 23 | 2 PM Show description not available at this time. Sioux City North High School, Sioux City 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE March 23, 24, & 25 | 7 PM March 25 | 2 PM Six young people in the throes of puberty, overseen by grown-ups who barely managed to escape childhood themselves, learn that winning isn't everything and that losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser.

Southeast Polk High School, Pleasant Hill BEAUTY AND THE BEAST November 11 & 12 | 7 PM Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, meets the Beast, a handsome young prince trapped under a spell as a hideous beast. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved in return, the curse will be broken. Time is running out, however, and if the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. This "tale as old as time" is based on the 1991 Disney animated feature. Spencer High School, Spencer November 11 & 12 | 7:30 PM November 13 | 2 PM Michael and Jane have driven away many nannies, but Mary Poppins is a little different compared to all the rest. She uses magic, common sense, and even “A Spoonful of Sugar” to teach the two children valuable lessons and bring this family back together. Union High School, La Porte City Title to be announced March 17 & 18 | 7 PM Show description not available at this time.

Valley High School, West Des Moines OKLAHOMA November 4 & 5 | 7 PM November 6 | 2 PM The rivalry between the local farmers and cowboys provides the colorful background against which Curly, a handsome cowboy, and Laurey, a winsome farm girl, play out their love story. However, the road to true love never runs smooth with these two headstrong romantics holding the reins. We know they will succeed in making a new life together, and the fact that this new life will begin in a brand-new state provides the ultimate climax to the triumphant Oklahoma! Waukee High School, Waukee April 20, 21, & 22 | 7 PM April 22 | 2 PM Show description not available at this time. Waverly-Shell Rock, Waverly November 11 & 12 | 7:30 PM November 13 | 2:30 PM Anything Goes is set aboard the ocean liner S. S. American, where nightclub singer/evangelist Reno Sweeney is en route from New York to England.

Her pal Billy Crocker has stowed away to be near his love, Hope Harcourt, but the problem is Hope is engaged to the wealthy Lord Evelyn Oakleigh. Joining this love triangle on board the luxury liner are Public Enemy #13, Moonface Martin and his sidekick-in-crime Erma. With the help of some elaborate disguises, tap-dancing sailors and good old-fashioned blackmail, Reno and Martin join forces to help Billy in his quest to win Hope’s heart. West Burlington Arnold High School, West Burlington BARRY MANILOW'S COPACABANA November 18 & 19 | 7:30 PM November 19 | 2 PM “Her name was Lola. She was a showgirl…” is how Stephen, a modern day songwriter begins his hopeful hit tune and so the journey into Lola’s world begins. Fresh off the plane from Tulsa, Lola arrives in the Big Apple with lofty showbiz aspirations. Tony the love struck bartender and composer helps Lola become a Copa girl but it all goes a little too far when the equally love struck Rico abducts Lola to work in his rival nightclub in Havana.

Williamsburg High School, Williamsburg DISNEY’S HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL November 3 & 5 | 7 PM November 6 | 2 PM Disney Channel's smash hit movie musical comes to life! It’s the first day after winter break. Basketball team captain and resident jock Troy discovers that the brainy Gabriella, a girl he met singing karaoke on his ski trip, has just enrolled at East High. They cause an upheaval when they decide to audition for the high school musical. Although many students resent the threat posed to the "status quo," Troy and Gabriella’s alliance opens the door for others to shine as well. Winterset High School, Winterset OLIVER! November 4 & 5 | 7 PM Based on the famous novel by Charles Dickens, Oliver Twist, this musical transports the audience to streets of Victorian England where we meet a malnourished orphan who becomes the neglected apprentice of an undertaker. Follow Oliver as he escapes London and seeks to find his place in the world among the thieves and pickpockets of the street.

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- Official Site Harry Connick Jr. - Official Site HARRY CONNICK JR The Pajama Game Harry Connick, Jr. made his Broadway theatrical debut in the eagerly awaited revival of The Pajama Game, which was last seen on Broadway in 1973. This recent run, at the American Airlines Theater in New York, opened in February of 2006 and ran through the summer to sold out crowds. This classic musical, set in an Iowa pajama factory, concerns the female union head and the handsome new foreman, who find themselves falling in love just as a strike becomes likely. The score includes "Hey There," "Hernando's Hideaway," "Steam Heat," "7 1/2 Cents," "Once-a-Year Day," "I'm Not at All in Love" and "I'll Never Be Jealous Again." Email Address * Finding a Fit Takes a Bit - latimes YOU ARE HERE: LAT Home → Collections THEATER REVIEW Finding a Fit Takes a Bit 'Pajama Game' overcomes an ill-suited cartoonish start to turn into a respectable revival at Cal State Fullerton. October 31, 1998 |T.H.

McCULLOH | SPECIAL TO THE TIMES It will be fascinating "20 years from today," as a lyric from "The Pajama Game" says, to see how quaint people think the 1990s were. Director James R. Taulli, who guided the revival of 1955's "Pajama Game" at Cal State Fullerton's Little Theatre, certainly thinks the '50s were very quaint. Instead of treating this musically potent and often very funny show as something real, he gives it the look of a cartoon, which it doesn't need. Taulli also doesn't think his audiences know anything about the '50s, and he has added an opening narration about the economic situation at the time and gives pictorial sociological hints along the way. It's sort of like opening "Hamlet" with a speech about Denmark's fiscal state and flashing drawings of laboring serfs during the action. Once you get past all that, and ignore the cartoon tone, what's left is a very respectable revival of the Richard Adler-Jerry Ross hit, with a book by the immortal George Abbott and Richard Bissell, on whose novel the musical was based.

It's bright and perky and just as watchable as when it opened on Broadway. It doesn't need all these trimmings. The action concerns the garment workers union's indecision about staging a strike at the Sleep Tite Pajama Factory over a 7 1/2-cent raise every other garment concern has given its employees. Caught between management and labor is Sid Sorokin, the new superintendent of the factory. His problem, being in management, is that he has fallen for the attractive Babe Williams, head of the union's grievance committee, and when she short-circuits the plant's power, he's forced to fire her. Taulli has fired his cast with marvelous energy that, especially in the production numbers, lights up the stage. The more intimate scenes also have a rewarding animation that suits the upbeat score to a T. William F. Lett's frenetic choreography and Mitch Hanlon's juicy musical direction are right on target. The big ballads given to the romantic couple, including "Hey There" and "There Once Was a Man," benefit from the stylish, strong treatment given them by Justin Gehrls as Sid and Amie Bjorklund as Babe.

Both meet the challenges of the score impeccably, and their attraction to each other is honest and believable. Chad Granier almost steals the show, though, as Hines, the factory's "time study"-ingrained foreman. Although he buys totally into the cartoon approach, his impeccable technique and high style keep him real. The light of Hines' life, the slightly goofy Gladys, is played by Molly Prather with enough restraint to make her breakout number "Steam Heat " a winner. (This number opened the door to Hollywood when the original understudy took over for the first time. She was Shirley MacLaine.) Only occasionally going over the top, but still effective, is Christopher Younggren as Hasler, the larcenous company head. Holly Jeanne is charming and bright as Sid's secretary Mabel, whose duet with Hines, "I'll Never Be Jealous Again," is a highlight. The only actor seriously harmed by the cartoon look is Trevor Illingworth. His talent is obvious, but his eccentric physicality could be toned down by half and be much funnier. * "The Pajama Game," Little Theatre, Cal State Fullerton, 800 N. State College Blvd.

2:30 and 8 p.m. today, 5 p.m. Sunday. $15. Ends Sunday. (714) 278-3371. Justin Gehrls: Sid Sorokin The Pajama Game at American Airlines Theater New York, NY - tickets, information, reviews Reviews Harry Connick, Jr. makes his Broadway theatrical debut in the eagerly awaited revival of The Pajama Game, which was last seen on Broadway in 1973. This classic musical, set in an Iowa pajama factory, concerns the female union head and the handsome new foreman, who find themselves falling in love just as a strike becomes likely. The score includes "Hey There," "Hernando's Hideaway," "Steam Heat," "7 1/2 Cents," "Once-a-Year Day," "I'm Not at All in Love" and "I'll Never Be Jealous Again." Dates Previews from : 19th January 2006 Opened : 23rd February 2006 Closed : 17th June 2006 Audience: The Pyjama Game is inappropriate for children aged 8 and under.

Children under 4 years of age will not be admitted into the American Airlines Theater. Run time: Two hours 45 minutes with one 15 minute intermission Show Times

Question: Which musical concerns a strike at the Sleep-Tite factory in Iowa?
Answer: The Pyjama Game